HOLLYWOOD - 'Tomorrowland' narrowly pulled ahead of blockbuster 'Pitch Perfect 2' at the box office putting its four-day debut at a disappointing $40.7 million for powerhouse Disney.

'Tomorrowland' came in behind expectations in North America, and will need to overcome its so-so B CinemaScore and enjoy strong word of mouth in order to end up in the black, considering the live-action fantasy adventure cost $180 million to produce.

In the film, George Clooney stars as an inventor who takes along a spirited teen (Britt Robertson) to an alternate world called Tomorrowland. 'Tomorrowland', an ode to Walt Disney's hopes for creating a utopian society, also stars Hugh Laurie.

'Pitch Perfect 2' continued to sing in perfect tune, thanks to its ardent female fan base.

Disney still remains the early king of summer to date, thanks to 'Avengers: Age of Ultron'.

'Poltergeist' debuted this week at No. 4, just behind holdover 'Mad Max: Fury Road.' (Source: Hollywood Reporter)

Story Date: May 29, 2015